Thermo Scientific™ Remel™ Agglutinating Sera, Neisseria Meningitidis Group W135, 2Ml/Vial

The Thermo Scientific™ Remel™ Agglutinating Sera kit is designed for the serological identification of Neisseria meningitidis. This diagnostic tool enables the rapid and reliable detection of specific serogroups of N. meningitidis using slide agglutination and Counterimmunoelectrophoresis (CIE) procedures. The kit covers multiple serogroups, aiding clinicians in identifying the organism for effective treatment of bacterial infections.

Key Features

1. Broad Serogroup Coverage:
   • Serogroups: A, B, C, D, W135, X, Y, and Z.
   • Essential for identifying clinically significant strains of N. meningitidis.
2. Rapid Results:
   • Results are obtained within minutes using a simple slide agglutination method.
3. Clinical Application:
   • Detects serogroups commonly associated with meningococcal disease.
   • Supports diagnostic workflows to determine appropriate patient treatment.
4. Ease of Use:
   • Non-automated, simple manual procedures suitable for professional laboratory environments.
5. Regulatory Compliance:
   • CE-marked for use in clinical diagnostics, ensuring reliability and regulatory compliance.
6. Versatility:
   • Usable with isolates grown on agar, making it compatible with standard microbiological workflows.

Product Details

Technical Specifications

• Intended Use:
  • For qualitative slide agglutination tests to aid in the serological identification of N. meningitidis serogroups.
  • Assists in determining treatment options for patients suspected of bacterial infections.
• Organism Group:
  • Target Class: Neisseria meningitidis.
  • Identifies key serogroups implicated in bacterial meningitis and septicemia.
• Format:
  • Each catalog number corresponds to a specific antisera reagent targeting a unique serogroup.
• Detection Method:
  • Manual, rapid slide agglutination and CIE procedures.
• Storage:
  • Store as recommended to maintain reagent stability and efficacy.
• Unit Size:
  • Sold individually, enabling precise selection based on the required serogroup.

Applications

1. Clinical Diagnostics:
   • Detects and differentiates Neisseria meningitidis serogroups in bacterial isolates.
   • Critical for identifying causative agents of meningococcal disease.
2. Public Health Surveillance:
   • Helps monitor the prevalence and distribution of specific serogroups in populations.
3. Research:
   • Facilitates microbiological studies on Neisseria meningitidis pathogenesis and epidemiology.

Advantages

• Accurate and Reliable: High specificity for N. meningitidis serogroups.
• Fast Results: Rapid identification aids in timely treatment decisions.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Includes a wide range of clinically significant serogroups.
• Professional Use: Designed for manual use in diagnostic and research laboratories.

Limitations

• Non-Automated: Requires manual handling and interpretation by trained professionals.
• Not Companion Diagnostics: Cannot be used as a standalone diagnostic tool; results should be used alongside other clinical findings.

The Remel Agglutinating Sera Kit provides a robust solution for the identification of Neisseria meningitidis, ensuring reliable and rapid results to aid in disease management and public health monitoring.